Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 500 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 60 countries. From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
In all our properties, each maître de maison draws upon his unique experience and passion to share the authentic culture and tastes of his region with every guest.
Magical places and memories of a lifetime: whether it be a romantic weekend or to celebrate the important moments of life such as birthdays, anniversaries, honeymoon or family reunions.
Established in France more than 50 years ago, Relais & Châteaux has become a renowned reference of excellence in the hotel and restaurant world. The Association's mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
The TGV EST EUROPEEN puts Alsace and Lorraine on your doorstep!
From 10 June 2007 the TGV EST EUROPEEN will link up 30 new towns in France and Europe. Why not come aboard with us and discover some amazing places that are now within easy reach?
Nancy/Lunéville
In the 18th century, the king without a kingdom, Stanislas Leszczynski, became Duke of Lorraine after offering his daughter in marriage to Louis XV. He remodelled Nancy, creating superb architectural complexes including Stanislas Square, the most famous example.
In Lunéville, the château (currently undergoing reconstruction) is a must-see - it’s Lorraine’s own Versailles, complete with French-style gardens... not forgetting the Church of Saint-Jacques, with its superb baroque towers.
1H30/1h50 from Paris
Epinal
In between Vosges and the thermal spas, the town of Épinal offers a host of attractions: the marina, Bouzet Lake, the château, from which you can enjoy a clear view over the town, and a cornucopia of floral displays.
2h15 from Paris
Strasbourg
Strasbourg, Capital of Europe, has 2000 years of history behind it but still resolutely looks towards the future.
From the sublime Notre-Dame Cathedral to the “Petite France” district, not forgetting the Kammerzell House, Orangery Park or the Rohan Palace, the city has one of Europe’s most beautiful urban landscapes.
2h20 from Paris
1h20 from Stuttgart
2h15 from Zurich
Saverne
On the borders of Alsace and Lorraine, Saverne has a rich architectural heritage: well worth seeing here are the magnificent Château des Rohan and the Maison Katz, a thoroughly traditional half-timbered Alsatian house.
2h00 from Paris
Colmar
Capital of the Alsace wine region, Colmar boasts numerous monuments and a lively old town. A replica of the Statue of Liberty stands in the north of the town where its creator, Frédéric Auguste Bartholdi, was born.
2h50 from Paris
1h45 from Zurich
Mulhouse
In the 19th century Mulhouse was the centre of a great industrial boom. The legacy of those times are its unique architecture and rich cultural heritage, including the famous Schlumpf brothers’ automobile museum, one of the biggest prestige car museums in the world.
Château d’Adoménil Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in a park “It didn’t feel like you’d changed settings when you went from Versailles to Lunéville”, wrote Voltaire. A stone’s throw from the “Little Versailles” of the Dukes of Lorraine, the Baccarat crystal works and the famous Stanislas square in Nancy, the Château d’Adoménil boasts the same elegance and invites you to discover the charm of an 18th century residence, enhanced by subtle touches of modernity. Cyril Leclerc creates an audacious gourmet cuisine and gives pride of place to the best products, many of them from Lorraine. A bridge between yesterday and today, in complete harmony with courtesy and cuisine, the essence of poetry ... Adoménil is a state of mind. ...Read more France, Lunéville
L'Arnsbourg-Hotel K Restaurant of a Grand Chef Relais & Châteaux and hotel in the country Even if he can’t take the credit for Klein blue, this particular Mr. Klein could also copyright some of his creations… His name is Jean-Georges Klein and he is the chef of this family-run establishment where purity reigns both in the decor and on the plate. However, this minimalism is spiced up by a big dash of daring: “Every day I test combinations, contrasts, tales of the unexpected, I try things out, I like to take risks…” The motto here is that everything is possible, as long as you aren’t set in your ways. ...Read more France, Baerenthal
Bas Rupts et Chalet Fleuri Hotel and restaurant in the mountains A mountain-style interior without being rustic, luxurious without being over-done… The owners of this establishment - Michel Philippe, his daughter Sylvie and son-in-law Ghislain - have expertly come up with the decorative solution resulting in a top-of-the-line chalet. With the comfy chairs and coordinating light wood, they have succeeded in making an exceptional ambiance located just at the bottom of the ski trails. What a pleasure to take off your skis… ...Read more France, Gérardmer
Hostellerie La Cheneaudière Hotel and restaurant in the country In the 17th century, Colroy-la-Roche was German and was called Koenigsberg, which means “King’s mountain”. When it became French again, the village held onto its majestic character, amidst the undulating countryside which exudes the purest air in the world. Here Mireille and her son Nicolas have created an inviting hotel with the charm of a family home, plus a spa featuring body contouring with essential oils and of course great food... For true Epicureans. ...Read more France, Colroy-la-Roche
Hostellerie Abbaye de la Pommeraie Hotel and restaurant in town Formerly home to the king’s lieutenants, barracks for military governors and then the abode of a baron of the Empire… This abbey, tucked away at the foot of the Alsatian vineyards, has travelled through time collecting secrets along the way. The light wood bedrooms are a reflection of the welcome which will be extended to you by Christiane and Pascal Funaro: subtle and welcoming. Food lovers can choose between two places to dine: Le Prieuré, with its sophisticated creations, and L’Apfel’stuebel, a traditional Alsace-style “Winstub”, serving up typical country fare. ...Read more France, Sélestat
France, Lunéville 
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